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1 Medical and First Aid Date Review Date First Aid Nominated Persons Nominated Governor Annual Joan Goatley - Lead Dawn Robinson Anna Hassan Julie Gilmartin Chair of Governors We believe this policy should be a working document that is fit for purpose, represents the school ethos, enables consistency and quality across the school and is related to the following legislation: Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 Occupiers Liability Acts 1957 and 1984 Health and Safety at Work, etc Act 1974 Workplace (Health Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 Education (School Premises) Regulations 1999 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 Education Act 2002 Health and Safety (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2002 Equality Act 2010 School Premises (England) Regulations 2012 Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013 The following documentation is also related to this policy: Equality Act 2010: Advice for Schools (DfE) We have a duty of care under The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 to promote the health, safety and welfare of all pupils, school personnel and school visitors by providing adequate first aid equipment, facilities and school personnel qualified in first aid. We will ensure that under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR) that all accidents resulting in death, major injury or the prevention of the injured person undertaking their normal work for more than three days will be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). We will ensure that first aid provision is up to date and available at all times in school and for all off-site educational visits and sporting events. Pupils and school personnel with specific health needs and disabilities will be given specific consideration. We wish to work closely with the School Council and to hear their views and opinions as we acknowledge and support Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child that children should be encouraged to form and to express their views. Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 1

2 We believe it is essential that this policy clearly identifies and outlines the roles and responsibilities of all those involved in the procedures and arrangements that is connected with this policy. Aims To provide adequate first aid provision and medical care for pupils and school personnel. To have in place qualified first aid personnel who are aware of hygiene and infection control procedures. To have in place adequate first aid equipment. To have in place excellent lines of communication with the emergency services and other external agencies. To ensure compliance with all relevant legislation connected to this policy. To work with other schools and the local authority to share good practice in order to improve this policy. Responsibility for the Policy and Procedure Role of the Governing Body The Governing Body has: nominated a member of staff to take charge of first aid arrangements; delegated powers and responsibilities to the Headteacher to ensure the school complies with The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR); delegated powers and responsibilities to the Headteacher to ensure all school personnel and visitors to the school are aware of and comply with this policy; responsibility for ensuring that the school complies with all equalities legislation; nominated a designated Equalities governor to ensure that appropriate action will be taken to deal with all prejudice related incidents or incidents which are a breach of this policy; responsibility for ensuring funding is in place to support this policy; responsibility for ensuring this policy and all policies are maintained and updated regularly; responsibility for ensuring all policies are made available to parents; the responsibility of involving the School Council in: determining this policy with the Governing Body; discussing improvements to this policy during the school year; organising surveys to gauge the thoughts of all pupils; reviewing the effectiveness of this policy with the Governing Body nominated a link governor to: visit the school regularly; work closely with the Headteacher and the coordinator; ensure this policy and other linked policies are up to date; Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 2

3 ensure that everyone connected with the school is aware of this policy; attend training related to this policy; report to the Governing Body every term; Annually report to the Governing Body on the success and development of this policy. Responsibility for the effective implementation, monitoring and evaluation of this policy. Role of the Headteacher The Headteacher will: ensure the school complies with The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 and the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995 (RIDDOR); ensure adequate first aid equipment, facilities and school personnel qualified in first aid are in place; ensure that the nominated person is suitably trained, has sufficient time to undertake their role and an adequate budget to purchase first aid equipment; train all school personnel in first aid arrangements; ensure all school personnel, pupils and parents are aware of and comply with this policy; work closely with the link governor and coordinator; provide leadership and vision in respect of equality; provide guidance, support and training to all staff; monitor the effectiveness of this policy by speaking with pupils, school personnel, parents and governors; annually report to the Governing Body on the success and development of this policy. Role of the Nominated Persons see above Lead The lead nominated person will: ensure all school personnel are trained in first aid arrangements and hold a valid certificate of competence that is valid for three years; ensure all school personnel receive refresher training every three years; organise and maintain the medical room as suggested by HSE: a sink with hot and cold running water; drinking water and disposable cups; soap and paper towels; a store for first-aid materials; foot-operated refuse containers, lined with yellow, disposable clinical waste bags or a container suitable for the safe disposal of clinical waste; an examination/medical couch with waterproof protection and clean pillows and blankets; a chair; a telephone or other communication equipment; and a record book for recording incidents attended by a first-aider or appointed person. Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 3

4 ensure that there are adequate stocks of first aid equipment; ensure first aid kits are British Standard BS 8599 and contain the following as suggested by HSE: a leaflet giving general guidance on first aid; individually wrapped sterile plasters (assorted sizes), appropriate to the type of work (hypoallergenic plasters can be provided if necessary); sterile eye pads; individually wrapped triangular bandages, preferably sterile; safety pins; large sterile individually wrapped unmedicated wound dressings; medium-sized sterile individually wrapped unmedicated wound dressings; Disposable gloves. position and maintain first aid containers at appropriate locations around the school; conduct with the Health and Safety coordinator annual risk assessments; ensure all accidents and injuries are recorded and reported; ensure that pupils and school personnel with specific health needs and disabilities are given specific consideration; ensure the appropriate medical resources (asthma inhalers, insulin, epipens) are available for those pupils with specific health needs at all times; ensure school personnel are aware of the specific health needs and disabilities determine the level of provision: at breaktimes and lunch times when school personnel are absent for all educational visits and sporting activities for curriculum activities ensure first aid kits are taken on educational visits or off-site sporting activities; ensure there is a designated medical room that is kept well stocked and free from clutter; ensure school personnel follow basic hygiene procedures and have access to disposable gloves and hand washing facilities; inform parents of any accident especially head injuries and of any first aid administered; ensure first aid notices are displayed in the appropriate places; ensure first aid information is provided in the staff handbook; provide guidance and support to all school personnel; keep up to date with new developments and resources; review and monitor; Annually report to the Governing Body on the success of this policy. Role of the Health and Safety Coordinator The coordinator will: carry out regular inspections of premises and school activities; assist in carrying risk assessments; Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 4

5 investigate potential hazards, employee complaints, accidents and dangerous occurrences; make representation to employers and others on health and safety matters arising; provide information and guidance to school personnel; lead the development of this policy throughout the school; work closely with the Headteacher and the nominated governor; provide guidance and support to all staff; provide training for all staff on induction and when the need arises regarding; keep up to date with new developments and resources; review and monitor; annually report to the Governing Body on the success and development of this policy. Role of School Personnel All school personnel must: be aware of first aid arrangements; be suitably trained in identifying pupils with expected medical problems; report any concerns they have on the medical welfare of any pupil; undertake training in first aid, administration of medicines and awareness of medical problems in pupils; report and record all accidents and first aid treatment administered implement the school s equalities policy and schemes; report and deal with all incidents of discrimination; attend appropriate training sessions on equality; report any concerns they have on any aspect of the school community. Role of Parents/Carers Parents/carers will: be aware of and comply with this policy; inform the school of their child s medical history that may be a cause for concern; complete the necessary paper work before the school administers any medication to a child; be encouraged to work in school as volunteers; be asked to take part periodic surveys conducted by the school; support the school Code of Conduct and guidance necessary to ensure smooth running of the school. Role of Pupils Pupils: be aware of and comply with this policy; must report all accidents; will be given the opportunity to attend first aid training during organised after school activities; listen carefully to all instructions given by the teacher; Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 5

6 ask for further help if they do not understand; treat others, their work and equipment with respect; support the school Code of Conduct and guidance necessary to ensure the smooth running of the school; liaise with the school council; take part in questionnaires and surveys. Recording Accidents and Injuries All accidents and injuries will be: recorded in the relevant Key Stage Accident Book with all details given see Accident Reporting Files reported to parents in person, by accident slip or phone All accidents involving the loss of life, major injury or preventing the injured person undertaking their normal work for more than three days must be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Raising Awareness of this Policy We will raise awareness of this policy via: the School Handbook/Prospectus the school website the Staff Handbook meetings with parents such as introductory, transition, parent-teacher consultations and periodic curriculum workshops school events meetings with school personnel communications with home such as weekly newsletters and of end of half term newsletters reports such annual report to parents and Headteacher reports to the Governing Body information displays in the main school entrance and other areas of the school Training All school personnel: have equal chances of training, career development and promotion receive training related to this policy on induction which specifically covers: Health and Safety Basic first aid Medical care Dealing with emergencies Safeguarding and Child Protection Administering Medicines Hygiene Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 6

7 receive periodic training so that they are kept up to date with new information Monitoring the Implementation and Effectiveness of the Policy The practical application of this policy will be reviewed annually or when the need arises by the coordinator, the Headteacher and the nominated governor. A statement of the policy's effectiveness and the necessary recommendations for improvement will be presented to the Governing Body for further discussion and endorsement. Linked Policies Administering Medicines Health and Safety Hygiene Safeguarding and Child Protection Headteacher: Sarah Alley Date: Chair of Governing Body: Steve Maingot Date: Medical and First Aid Policy Nov 2017 (Draft) 7

First Aid Policy. Agreed: September 2014

First Aid Policy. Agreed: September 2014 First Aid Policy Agreed: September 2014 Revised: May 2015 Bickley Primary School FIRST AID POLICY Introduction Employers must provide adequate and appropriate equipment, facilities and qualified First